Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

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Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 1 jar (24 oz) spaghetti sauce
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 lb (225g) cottage cheese (1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 oz (225g) spaghetti noodles
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Spaghetti:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Meat Sauce:
    • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Break it up with a spatula as it cooks.
    • Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
    • Add the spaghetti sauce to the cooked beef, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  3. Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
    • In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until well combined. You can use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend the ingredients together.
  4. Assemble the Casserole:
    • In a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.
    • Layer half of the cooked spaghetti noodles over the meat sauce.
    • Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.
    • Top with the remaining spaghetti noodles.
    • Pour the remaining meat sauce over the top layer of noodles.
    • Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the casserole.
  5. Bake the Casserole:
    • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
    • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is lightly browned.
  6. Serve:
    • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy your Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole, a comforting and cheesy meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!

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